Next settles with Scamp & Dude over copying claims

Retailer Next has reached a settlement with the fashion brand Scamp & Dude over claims it copied the smaller firm's designs. In September, the label founder accused Next of a "Blatant infringement" of an animal print top for children. The former PR executive came up with the idea for Scamp & Dude when she was in hospital recovering from brain surgery and was away from her children. The aim was to help children feel more secure when they are away from their loved ones. The brand's lightning bolt logo, or "Superpower button", is intended to give children "Strength and courage" when they feel vulnerable.